1 Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking Trade name Composan LCM Application of the substances/ the preparation Dental filling material Manufacturer/ Supplier PROMEDICA Dental Material GmbH Domagkstr. 31 D-24537 Neumuenster Information sector Scientific department Emergency information Scientific department tel. +(49) 43 21 / 5 41 73 2 Hazards identification Hazard description: Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: The product does not have to be labeled due to the calculation procedure of the General Classification guideline for preparations of the EU in the latest valid version. Classification system: The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists and extended by company and literature data. Additional information: Use only for intended scope of application. 3 Composition/information on ingredients hchemical characterization Description: Mixture of substances listed below with nonhazardous additions. Dangerous components: CAS: 1565-94-2 BIS-GMA Xi; R 36/38 10-25% CAS: 72869-86-4 EINECS: 276-957-5 Urethanedimethacrylate R 52/53 5-10% 4 First aid-measures General information: After inhalation: After skin contact: After eye contact: After swallowing: No special measures required. Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints. Generally the product does not irritate the skin. Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist consult doctor. Revision: 29.04.2010 Page 1
5 Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing agents: Protective equipment: CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. No special measures required. 6 Accidental release measures Person-related safety precautions: Measures for environmental protection: Measures for cleaning/ collecting: Additional information: Not required. Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water. Pick up mechanically. No dangerous substances are released. 7 Handling and storage Handling: Information for safe handling: Information about fire- and explosion protection: For dental use only. No special measures required Storage: Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles : See storage instructions on package. Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required Further information about storage conditions: None. Revision: 29.04.2010 Page 2
8 Exposure controls/personal protection Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7. Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the workplace. Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis Personal protective equipment: General protective and hygienic measures: The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals. Respiratory protection: Not required Protection of hands: Not required. Material of gloves: Penetration time of glove material: 9 Physical and chemical properties General Information: Form: Colour: Odour: Pasty According to product specification Characteristic Change in condition: Melting point/ Melting range: Boiling point/ Boiling range: Undetermined Undetermined Flash point: Self-igniting: Danger of explosion: Density: Solubility in/ Miscibility with water: Product is not selfigniting Product does not present an explosion hazard Not determined Not miscible or difficult to mix. 10 Stability and reactivity Thermal decomposition/ conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications. Dangerous reactions: No dangerous reactions known. Dangerous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known. Revision: 29.04.2010 Page 3
11 Toxicological information Acute toxicity: Primary irritant effect: On the skin: No irritant effect. On the eye: No irritating effect. Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known Additional toxicological information: The product is not subject to classification according to the calculation method of the General EU Classification Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version. When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects to our experience and the information provided to us. 12 Ecological information General notes: Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water. Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. 13 Disposal considerations Product: Recommendation: Uncleaned packaging: Recommendation: Smaller quantities can be disposed of with household waste. Disposal must be made according to official regulations. 14 Transport information Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) ADR/RID class: - Maritime transport IMDG: IMDG Class: - Marine pollutant: No Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR: ICAO/IATA Class: - Revision: 29.04.2010 Page 4
15 Regulatory information Labeling according to EU guidelines: Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals. The product is not subject to identification regulations under EU Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials (German GefStoffV). 16 Other information This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. Department issuing MSDS: Scientific department Contact: tel. +(49) 43 21 / 5 41 73 Revision: 29.04.2010 Page 5